Step 3: Neutralize. Create a thick paste out of baking soda and water. Apply to the spill to absorb it. Wait 1 or 2 minutes. Wipe up the mixture with paper towel and immediately put the soiled paper towel in the plastic bag. Apply another layer of the baking soda paste.
Causes of Bare Spots in the Lawn. Bare spots in your lawn can be the result of heavy foot traffic (causing soil compaction), drought, disease, chemical burn and weed or insect infestation. Before beginning repairs, you need to determine the source of your problem.
Brown patches are created when the grass dies and turns brown. Bare patches are spots where grass refuses to grow. Some causes of brown patches in lawn: 1  Dull mower blade: Dull mower blades rip and tear grass blades instead of cutting them cleanly, this can severely damage the grass and cause it to die.